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$281+ Cheap flights from California to Madrid, Spain (MAD)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MAD
May 6 — May 131
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Cheap flight deals from California to Madrid

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Madrid flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$498
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$281
(KLM)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,055

Good round-trip deal

$827 or less

Good one-way deal

$548 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-Madrid Barajas flight deals.
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From California to Madrid Barajas
One-way flight from California to Madrid Barajas
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 26% potential increase in price ($282 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Madrid Barajas.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to Madrid Barajas.

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Cheapest flights from California to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/111:18 pmONT - MAD
1 stop21h 27mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/912:40 pmMAD - ONT
1 stop16h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$481
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/16:30 amSJC - MAD
2 stops40h 30mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 12/1211:00 amMAD - SJC
1 stop18h 04mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/30$492
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/75:10 amONT - MAD
2 stops16h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/1412:45 pmMAD - ONT
2 stops32h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$498
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/76:00 amONT - MAD
2 stops24h 35mDelta
Fri 10/2410:05 amMAD - ONT
1 stop21h 36mDelta
Deal found 4/29$500
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/110:20 pmSJC - MAD
2 stops24h 40mDelta
Fri 12/1211:00 amMAD - SJC
1 stop18h 04mDelta
Deal found 4/30$501
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/912:17 pmSJC - MAD
1 stop17h 03mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/24:00 pmMAD - SJC
1 stop26h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$504
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2810:54 amONT - MAD
1 stop13h 11mBritish Airways
Tue 10/712:40 pmMAD - ONT
1 stop18h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/30$509
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/96:00 amSJC - MAD
1 stop23h 20mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/24:00 pmMAD - SJC
1 stop26h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$517
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/812:52 pmSJC - MAD
2 stops22h 03mBritish Airways
Fri 12/127:40 amMAD - SJC
2 stops23h 43mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/30$518
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/273:00 pmONT - MAD
1 stop33h 05mIberia
Wed 10/812:40 pmMAD - ONT
1 stop18h 20mIberia
Deal found 5/1$538
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/67:00 amSMF - MAD
1 stop17h 35mKLM
Fri 11/711:00 amMAD - SMF
1 stop18h 07mKLM
Deal found 4/30$546
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/46:00 amSJC - MAD
1 stop18h 05mIberia
Mon 8/2512:40 pmMAD - SJC
1 stop16h 53mIberia
Deal found 4/30$547

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Madrid that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Madrid that are best for you.

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OntarioMadrid

ONT - MAD

ONTMAD

Ontario

Tue 10/7

5:10 am-6:40 am

2 stops16h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 10/14

12:45 pm-12:32 pm

2 stops32h 47m

$498

OntarioMadrid

ONT - MAD

ONTMAD

Ontario

Tue 10/7

6:00 am-3:35 pm

2 stops24h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 10/24

10:05 am-10:41 pm

1 stop21h 36m

$500

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Tue 9/9

12:17 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop17h 03m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 10/2

4:00 pm-9:52 am

1 stop26h 52m

$504

OntarioMadrid

ONT - MAD

ONTMAD

Ontario

Sun 9/28

10:54 am-9:05 am

1 stop13h 11m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 10/7

12:40 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$509

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Tue 9/9

6:00 am-2:20 pm

1 stop23h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 10/2

4:00 pm-9:52 am

1 stop26h 52m

$517

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Wed 10/8

12:52 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops22h 03m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 12/12

7:40 am-10:23 pm

2 stops23h 43m

$518

OntarioMadrid

ONT - MAD

ONTMAD

Ontario

Wed 10/15

7:00 am-8:20 am

2 stops16h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 10/22

12:45 pm-8:33 pm

2 stops16h 48m

$519

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Mon 8/4

6:00 am-9:05 am

1 stop18h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 8/25

9:35 pm-9:04 pm

2 stops32h 29m

$531

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Wed 8/20

6:30 am-7:50 am

2 stops16h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 9/30

12:20 pm-9:46 pm

2 stops18h 26m

$532

OntarioMadrid

ONT - MAD

ONTMAD

Ontario

Sat 9/27

3:00 pm-9:05 am

1 stop33h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 10/8

12:40 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$538

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Best time to book a flight from California to Madrid

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Madrid

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Madrid?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Madrid (average of $543). Flying from California to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,086). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Madrid. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Madrid as you normally would.

Rainfall in Madrid by month

Plan your trip to Madrid by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Madrid ranges from 0.4 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Madrid when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Madrid by month

Plan your trip to Madrid by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Madrid, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Madrid

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Madrid. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Madrid. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Alaska Airlines and KLM from California to Madrid have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Madrid. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid from California?

    For a flight from California to Madrid, you will be flying into Barajas. Madrid Barajas (MAD) is just 8.5 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this California to Madrid flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Madrid one-way?

    $281 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from KLM. You may also be able to find cheap deals on ITA Airways and Air France, with prices starting from $294 and $299, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Madrid?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Madrid?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from California to Madrid are American Airlines (82%), Qatar Airways (82%) and Alaska Airlines (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Madrid?

    While on average a flight from California to Madrid is generally $1,975, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $493. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Madrid Barajas), you can expect to pay $431 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Madrid that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Madrid flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Madrid?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Madrid.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Madrid?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Madrid by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Madrid?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Madrid (average of $543). Flying from California to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,086). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from California to Madrid

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Madrid. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LEVELCheapest$372Average$651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$375Average$601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$408Average$687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Aer LingusCheapest$430Average$906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$471Average$861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
FinnairCheapest$477Average$1,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$481Average$602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
SWISSCheapest$486Average$705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Air CanadaCheapest$489Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$489Average$838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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